Stephanie Westdal Selected for The Compassion Project: Songs for Animal, Human, and Earth Justice
- Artists & Activists Records
- Jul 7
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 7
New Album Out September 5 via Artists & Activists Records
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: info@artistsandactivists.org
Websites: www.artistsandactivists.org
Austin, TX – Canadian singer-songwriter Stephanie Westdal has been selected to appear on The Compassion Project: Songs for Animal, Human, and Earth Justice, a powerful compilation album set for release on September 5 by Artists & Activists Records. Her featured track, “Common Chain,” is a heartfelt anthem about human solidarity and the responsibility of privilege to help uplift those in crisis.
Written and performed by Westdal and produced by longtime collaborator Chris Burke-Gaffney, “Common Chain” was inspired by her work as an ambassador for Activation Trust, a Kenya-based nonprofit that empowered orphans through education. The song acknowledges the inequities in the world while calling on people in positions of privilege to help rebuild communities affected by climate disasters, political oppression, and poverty. It is a song about empathy in action — about starting over, and helping others to start anew.
About Stephanie Westdal Stephanie Westdal is an award-winning pop/rock artist based in Winnipeg, Canada. Known for the sensuality and strength of her voice, she brings raw emotion and poetic sensitivity to every track. Her work has been praised by Honk Magazine for its “tenderness and seductive charm,” and her recent 2024 singles — including Drive Your Car, Gonna Love You, and Bleed — continue to build her momentum.
Westdal has recorded two previous albums (Into the Blue and Shabooboo Burger) with acclaimed producer Chris Burke-Gaffney and is currently writing and recording new material. With a deep commitment to using her music for positive change, Stephanie is a compelling voice in today’s socially conscious music landscape.
Artist Website: thestephaniewestdalband.com
Spotify: Stephanie Westdal on Spotify
YouTube: Stephanie Westdal YouTube Channel
About the Project
Each song on The Compassion Project invites listeners to examine their relationship with animals, the Earth, and each other. Through themes of justice, empathy, and action, the album seeks to restore the sense of connection that is often missing in today’s fractured world. From human rights to environmental advocacy and animal liberation, this collection of songs offers a shared vision for a more compassionate future.
About Artists & Activists Records Artists & Activists Records is a mission-driven label based in Austin, Texas, dedicated to using music as a catalyst for compassion and change. The label supports artists who give voice to the voiceless — advocating for the rights of animals, the dignity of all people, and the protection of our planet. Through intentional songwriting and powerful storytelling, Artists & Activists Records amplifies messages that challenge injustice, inspire empathy, and promote a more conscious, connected world.
For media inquiries, promotional assets, or interview requests, contact: info@artistsandactivists.org
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